Reviews of Schodack Island State Park

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Sep 2018 -
$28.00

Nice long pull thru's ! Beautiful setting on the Hudson River...several geocaches in the area to enhance entertainment ! Did not know that there was no water at site....had to go back around and fill tank for stay....Did not use facilities. - Trucker 2

Aug 2018 -
$22.00

This is a great NY state park.. best i have stayed at. Very well designed. Large spots. Good access to services. The staff is not over bearing. There are free activities going on during the summer. Two negatives I noticed, no towel hooks in showers, water hydrants on the wrong side for my tank fill. All RV sites have electric, we were forced to stay one night in a tent site had to run the generator it was surely disturbing the piece. 20amp at the tent sites would eliminate this. Everything else, stellar. - Flyfisherman128

Jul 2018 -
$27.00

This was a very nice state park campground next to the Hudson River. The sites are mostly all shaded under trees. We had a pull-through site which was huge! Paved roads were great to ride bikes on. If you have a boat, the boat ramp looked really nice for getting in and out of the river. There is a really nice playground that my kids enjoyed. The bathrooms appeared to be fairly new and were spotless! There is creek access from the campground for kayaking as well. We would stay here again! - Minniewinniefor4

Reviews of Earlton Hill Campground & RV Park

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7

7

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Jul 2018 -
$39.00

The website indicates "Full Hookups". This is NOT the case. Honey wagon once a week is NOT full hookups! Other than that bit of misleading information, it's a very nice and clean campground. Weekends do have live bands playing, but it's not bad on the other side of the campground. - Changing Lanes

Aug 2017 -
$38.00

This park is nearly all seasonal or year round residense.I was there a week with around six rv's comming in. At check in I found they had no idea where you could get satellite reception.I found they do not have sewer hookups,however they do have a free pump out service which I was never told at check in.The spot I was in was fairly large and for the most part quiet. There is also a security gate which is ok but I feit was not needed. - Rip

Reviews of Blackthorne Resort

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7

8

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Aug 2016 -
$20.00

The resort, which you enter before going into the campground is gorgeous and one could say "classy". There is a campground behind the resort that looks like many others one would find--rustic under the trees with amenities. I think they put me in the "overflow" area. It is across the road from the main campground. Just a large field with back in spots all around. I could not find my water outlet because it had been grown over by brush. Electric on wrong end. No phone or wifi--had to go to the office to use. It was populated by a rough and somewhat messy--but friendly crowd. Learned they were stay overs from a motorcycle rally. The bath house looks to be one toilet and one shower --no separate men and women. - nanzhere

Jul 2015 -
$20.00

This is a full service resort in the Catskills, with lots of activities, especially for kids. While there are over a hundred RV sites at the resort, they are scattered around on the grounds, not all grouped together. Some of the sites are very pretty and somewhat private. If the resort is full, the sites are doubled up, and your neighbors will be quite close, but otherwise, there is lots of space. The staff is great in every aspect, and there are constant patrols through the grounds, taking care of security and other matters. No reservations, but they say they can accommodate everyone with at least electric. Not all sites sewer service, and it is first come first served. There is free wifi, but it is very slow and the signal does not carry far from the common buildings. There is a weak att signal, but no verizon. This is a place for those who like lots of music and activities; others might find it a little loud at times. There is a fireworks display every tuesday night in the summer, which is quite impressive. There are frequent live music and other shows. - KAP99

Reviews of Thacher State Park, Thompson's Lake Campground

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7

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Jun 2016 -
$29.00

This campground is very nice located 18 miles southwest of Albany with 121 sites located in three loops. No services but many of the campsites are a good size located in a forest with a few having lake views. The bottom loops seem to be quieter than the beach loop sites 1 -52. Our site was a good size located in the beach loop with a picnic table and a huge fire pit. Nice site. Since we came in on Memorial Day and it seemed to have been full for the weekend there was a long line for the dump station and a lot of campers in the park. The beach is not always open during the week. The restrooms were clean considering this was Memorial Weekend. The park has the beach, nature center, basketball court, horseshoe pit , playground, volleyball and picnic sites. The check-in girl was very nice especially since she was overwhelmed with all the campers trying to leave, day trippers coming in for the beach and campers looking for sites. The problem at this state park is that it is full on weekends and not many during the week but then they let a number of people or groups come for the day. There are a number of picnic tables for these groups or families to use but some try to come in the beach loop and use the campsites. I will say the workers did patrol frequently and very nicely tried to move some of these groups out. There is a shortage of parking for the number that they allow in so the beach loop had cars parked along the campsite road which can cause a problem. We would have had a problem getting our RV out of our site. Many of the groups were loud and they are allowed to stay to 10 at night. I know this was Memorial Day, so I have to make an exception but my rating of the beauty of the park, facilities, sites, and staff would have been a 8 with no services. Since they let to many people in for the daily beach pass with not enough parking, I will rate the park lower. Monday night there were only a few of us in the park overnight. - gsnakehill

Jun 2008 -
$24.00

My wife and I took our trailer here for our very first maiden trip. The sites were flat, clean and nicely wooded. This park is a nice family park that has a nice beach area and boat launch. - bigjimbo78

Aug 2007 -
$20.00

The site had a fire ring and picnic table. Nice shade trees. We requested lakeside, and received a lakeside spot, but a fence was up. So you could not reach the water from our campsite. We had a very nice time. Would go again. - dgenco

Reviews of Whip O Will Campsite

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5

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Aug 2018 -
$40.00

Mostly all permanent. Very tight roads. Permanent sites and campground in general not to well taken care of. - Bjb1775

Aug 2017 -
$39.00

A GHETTO campsite-many locals have buses, old campers, etc. left here for years with added on sheds, porches, etc. Broken toys, chairs, etc. everywhere. Lots were muddy, no grass. Weird people lurck here-everyone has a golf cart and they drive around ALL day, even though they SHOULD be walking from the looks of them. These golf carts locals never sleep-walk around at night with flashlights....creepy. Will never stay here again, worst campsite ever. They had free breakfast but we didn't dare eat it.... - fussy camper

Jun 2016 -
$40.00

We stayed 4 days. I'm a very experienced driver, and I'm telling you its TIGHT. Trees are good, but there are too many, too close. A 37 ft. 5th wheel is a challenge, but doable . No signal, no WiFi, no cable. Seasonal campers make the place look messy. Some campers were untouched for years, and we're growing into the ground. The pool is great, big and clean. Store was nice, also a game room, b-ball court, playground, all good. There was litter around, golf carts aplenty . With all that said, everyone was friendly, it was quiet at night. It wasn't busy when we were there. It's definitely not a "camping" experience, but it worked for us, and given the proximity to our grandchildren, we'll probably be back. The lake is great, and largely unused. I suspect there are enough fish to keep you happy. Catch/release . Kids and early teens, will have a great time here. All things considered, it's not terrible, but definitely not great. - jimntoni

Reviews of Alps Family Campground

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Sep 2018 -
$35.00

Low power (100v), sloppy permanent/seasonal camper sites. Plugged into 30amp site and had 107v. When I turned on my AC the voltage dropped to 100v and AC struggled to start. I had to turn off AC. This type of power will destroy your camper systems. Don't bother to stop here. - Woody48

Sep 2018 -
$29.00

Traveling in a 38 foot coach we stayed 7 nights in a site for big rigs. We have nothing good to report here. First, we almost took out a low-lying power line that was over our site. The next site we were given had limbs that I had to cut myself before we could back in. We had a 50 amp site with a breaker problem. Each time we tried to use the microwave the breaker tripped and we even had to switch the hot water tank to propane mode. Just so you know there is nothing wrong with our coach...the microwave works even if we are just plugged into our 20 amp garage outlet. We reported the problem, but they never fixed it. Most sites are not level and there's no gravel on the pads. We stayed during the rainy season, the site was a mud pit and we stressed over our back four tires sinking and wondered if we would get stuck leaving. No satellite reception (too many large trees). Almost the entire park consists of permanent or seasonal residents who never move their units. It's an older park located in a quiet and beautiful wooded area, but unfortunately it's been neglected and desperately needs upgrading. We couldn't locate any other RV parks in the Albany area, but if you have a choice, we don't recommend staying here. - JDC10

Aug 2018 -
$30.00

First impression was that the sites are very close together. Most of the sites are occupied seasonal. The park is very quiet - some minor noise on the weekends from the pavilion (music and such) but nothing crazy and ended by 9:30/10pm. There are two playgrounds - a toddler lot which is fenced and stocked with lots of fun toys that my kids enjoyed playing with, and a jungle gym for older kids. On the weekends they have hayrides, we didn't participate but plenty of kids looked to enjoy this activity. There is a rec room with arcade games and a pool table though don't mind the fun house effect of the building - apparently it is the last remaining original building with crooked windows and sloping floors. The rec room, store and office are one so if the office is closed, the rec room is closed. There is a new pavilion which looked nice, though we didn't visit. There is also a new bath house and laundry room which was nice. There is a swimming pool which we enjoyed but you have to get the key from the office to use it and when the office is closed and it is 90+ degrees outside it is a bit frustrating. We learned the seasonal campers have keys so we waited until one of them unlocked the gate and then went over. Inconvenient but was the option we had to go with. What we liked more than anything here was how quiet it was. People respect quiet time and mostly keep to themselves which we like. Direct "neighbors" were friendly or not ever there and our site was located near a field so the kids had plenty of room to run and play. Oh... they advertise a walking trail around the pond. If you chose to go, beware of the three bridges. They are man-made and sketchy. One of our family members got pretty scraped up when he fell crossing one. But the trail is well marked. We will likely visit again. - Fab4

Reviews of Brookside Campground

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Aug 2017 -
$40.00

When we arrived a 4:30 pm the office was closed. We had to call and get someone to come in and register us. We did have prior reservations and told them when we would arrive. There were lots of sites available. It appeared that there were mostly permanent sites that were occupied. On first site the campground is nice looking. The advertised WiFi was non existent. Sewer was available but sewer was full looking. When we hooked to it, there was a bad sewer smell. When I dumped the smell was worse. As I walked around the vehicle I spotted sewer seeping from some nearby bushes. On closer observation, I found a sewer hookup that was overflowing and out into the campground. No WiFi, pay showers, leaking sewer, unsafe electrical hookup, roads hard to find, campsite hard to find. I would never stay here again. - morrison

Oct 2016 -
$45.00

Office personnel were very nice. Park is a little confusing at first. Pull through sites are on gravel and side by side. Park is a little run down, and good for a quick "overnight" stay. - usamacdonald2

Oct 2015 -
$50.00

Picked this place because it was the closest one from my place of origin. Internet good, but site was uneven, on grass, no clear lines of delineation. Never found the restrooms. Several run-down buildings. For the price, NOT worth it! - NFRS

Reviews of Woodland Hills Campground

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Sep 2018 -
$44.00

I agree with the previous review, but want to add this campground is not designed for large RVs and they should not advertise as such. The first site offered was on a grassy knoll with the electric in front and water hookup in the back. Our motorhome would have surely sunk in that soft grass. Second spot offered was again too soft because of recent rains. We managed to get in the third spot, but had a difficult backing in and pulling out. If you are over 35 feet I don't recommend this campground. Had to write this to warn fellow RV'ers with large rigs looking for an overnight. Plus they won't give you full hookup if you're just one night. - Mary Wanderer

Sep 2018 -
$49.00

Stayed for an overnight traveling Rt. 90 from the Mass Turnpike just across the Mass/NY border (NY). About 3-4 miles off the interstate with most of it on dirt/crushed stone hilly roads. The campground appears to be good sized designed and laid out for seasonal camping with 3 loops. Calling ahead they did not offer pull through sites for overnight rest stops. We had site 5 in the middle loop. Back in 50 amp, water, sewer but no cable or WiFi. The site was very wet except the new stone pad to park the rig, at least it was mostly level. Sewer was all the way to the rear of the site. Long sewer hose or two needed. I don't like paying almost $50 for an overnight stay. We had to cook our dinner and enjoy a campfire at the edge of the parking lot area of our campsite. Hooking and un-hooking utilities got me soaked feet and shoes. No cable or TV service, no Wi Fi. Closests town is in Mass about 4-5 miles away, did not visit. Desolate. Though the seasonal areas appeared nice, we would not bother to stay at Woodland again. Wal Mart would've been better. - vincee

Aug 2018 -
$38.00

Rate does not include AC, that's extra. The utilities are way back in the site so you may need sewer extensions. Once you get yourself settled you should be fairly comfortable. Count on using your own bathroom and shower as the only bathroom I saw looked more like an outhouse. The staff was pleasant, the camp store nicely stocked, and maintenance was quick to repair damage caused by a severe storm. We would return here. - Bag a donuts

Reviews of North-South Lake

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Aug 2016 -
$22.00

Nice DEC sites. No hookups, strictly dry camping. Good space between sites. Quiet and privacy. Few lakeside are hard to book. Best to secure 9 months in advance. Many sites OK beach. Good boating fishing and several good hiking trails. Next town north is Tannersville has excellent Mexican restaurant and steak house too. - Poper

May 2016 -
$25.00

I have stayed her many times over the years. My recommendation it to book early if you think you want to go here in the summer on the weekends.

Reviews of Cherry Plain State Park

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3

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Aug 2005 -
$15.00

Beautiful park with gigantic, clean lake, waaaaaaaay off the main roads. Unfortunately they sent my 35 foot motorhome into a loop with spaces for 20 foot campers and the only way I could get out was to sacrifice my awning to an overhanging tree. If you go here plan to spend too much money for no amenities. All of the workers were very friendly but had no clue as to what a motorhome needs or what their campsites offer. Also be aware that "Golden Access" discounts refers to the NEW YORK State Golden Access card, not the Federal Golden Access Card. - FiatSpider79